Durian
A durian is a big fruit with a strong smell and a hard shell with sharp thorns. Its flavour is loved by some people, especially in Southeast Asia, where people name it "King of Fruits". Many hotels and public transportation systems do not let people carry durians because of the strong smell, which many people find unpleasant.
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Scientific classification 
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| Unrecognized taxon (fix): | Durio |
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| Durio zibethinus L.
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There are currently 30 recognised species (see the List of Durio species) | |
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Lahia Hassk.[1] | |
There are many different kinds of durian that are priced differently due to the people's preferences.
Appearance
The fruit can grow up to 30 cm (12 in) long and 15 cm (6 in) in diameter, and usually weighs one to three kg (2 to 7 lb).
Durian is a tropical fruit. It grows only in humid, hot places. The flesh is used for many dishes in Southeast Asian cuisines. The seeds can also be eaten when cooked.
Durian Media
Juvenile durian tree in Malaysia. Mature specimens can grow up to 50 metres (160 feet).
Different cultivars of durian often have distinct colours. D101 (right) has rich yellow flesh, clearly distinguishable from another variety (left).
Musang King, the most popular variety of durian in Malaysia
Sign informing that the durian fruit is not allowed inside Singapore's Mass Rapid Transit
Durian fruit is armed with sharp thorns, capable of drawing blood.
Singapore's Esplanade building, nicknamed "The Durian"
Durian gelato in Singapore
Durian cake made of durian-flavoured dodol, Indonesian traditional sweet candy
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References
- ↑ "Durio L." Germplasm Resources Information Network. United States Department of Agriculture. 2007-03-12. Retrieved 2010-02-16.